Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Public university · Slippery Rock, PA · 6,788 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
71%
Moderately selective
SAT (middle 50%)
980–1190
ACT (middle 50%)
18–26
Average net price
$19,972
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$25,971
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
68%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepts about 71 of every 100 applicants (71%), which makes it moderately selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 980 and 1190 on the SAT. A score at or above 1190 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 980, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–26.
The latest federal data says Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $25,971 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $19,972 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $10,906 for PA residents and $15,162 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$10,906
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$15,162
- Room & board$11,098
- Total cost of attendance$25,971
- Average net price after grants$19,972
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Education, Business, Computer Science, Engineering Technology.
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania FAQ
- What is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?
- 71% — moderately selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 980–1190. Aim for 1190 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–26.
- Is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania cost?
- About $25,971 a year before aid; $19,972 on average after grants.
- What is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's FAFSA school code?
- 003327. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania receives your information.
- What is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's graduation rate?
- 68% of students finish within six years.
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